Lancaster, TX - Victim Flown to Hospital in 18-Wheeler Crash on I-20

Lancaster, TX (May 21, 2023)—A major accident in the Lancaster area on Sunday, May 21, resulted in confirmed injuries. 

The crash was reported on Interstate 20 near Lancaster Road in Dallas County at around 9:30 a.m. Footage from the scene showed an overturned 18-wheeler. A medical helicopter was dispatched to transport at least one person to a regional hospital. 

The number of vehicles involved has not yet been determined. The area was closed while emergency responders were present. 

No updates on the accident have been provided at this time. 

Local authorities are handling the ongoing crash investigation. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Texas 18-Wheeler Accidents

Commercial trucks like semi-trucks and tractor-trailers are necessary for the American economy to function. However, other drivers are known to sustain serious injuries in crashes with large commercial rigs. Semi-trucks are massive vehicles that routinely move dangerous goods across the nation. In just 2019, a total of 5,237 truck accidents resulted in fatalities, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). There were another 119,000 collisions that were severe enough to cause injuries.

Standards are in place to ensure a minimal level of safety for both the driver and the trucking business. Professional truck drivers are always required to complete specialized safety training and adhere to strict traffic laws. Unfortunately, both the firms and the drivers use shortcuts to boost profits, even at the expense of endangering other drivers' lives.

Sometimes, the driver continues to operate the commercial vehicle after the allotted working hours, which can result in drowsy or exhausted driving. Tractor-trailer collisions can happen when a driver simply disobeys the laws of the road that apply to all drivers or when there are violations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

If you need legal representation after being hurt in an accident with an 18-wheeler, get in touch with Rasansky Law Firm. Victims and their families can receive essential legal counsel from our knowledgeable attorneys, and we will take care of the legal details of your claim so you can concentrate on making a full recovery. You should contact one of our skilled and qualified 18-wheeler truck accident attorneys as soon as possible after a serious trucking accident to start developing your case. This will give you the best chance to recover the full value of your case. Our lawyers are prepared to defend your rights and hold the company accountable. Call our personal injury lawyers at (214) 651-6100 right away to arrange a free consultation.